Experienced finance professional dedicated to delivering precise and dependable management accounts. Demonstrated expertise in refining reporting frameworks to facilitate comprehensive analysis and forecasting. Proficient in managing teams and providing valuable training to foster productive and high-performing finance departments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Business Analyst
NASIATECH LLC
12.2023 - Current
Enhanced business efficiency by identifying trends and patterns in complex datasets.
Assisted in the successful completion of annual audits through timely preparation of accurate financial statements.
Developed monthly variance reports to track actual performance against projected budgets, facilitating corrective action when necessary.
Improved decision-making processes with accurate data analysis and visualization techniques.
Provided actionable insights through comprehensive reports and dashboards, supporting strategic initiatives.
Generated ad-hoc reports to evaluate specific business requirements.
Collaborated with IT to ensure data security measures were in place, safeguarding sensitive information.
Utilized data visualization techniques to present and explain complex data sets.
Improved financial forecasting accuracy by conducting in-depth data analysis and implementing advanced modeling techniques.
Assistant Manager, Accounts and Finance
CASIO MIDDLE EAST AND AFRICA FZE
07.2022 - 11.2023
Produced and distributed monthly management accounts, clearly reporting profit and loss for detailed financial assessment.
Ensured timely completion of month-end closing procedures for accurate financial statements.
Created monthly cash flow forecasts and budgets, reporting concerns to best maintain stable company finances.
Utilised advanced Excel expertise to appropriately manage and manipulate financial data for analysis.
Closely monitored company account activity to eliminate risk and maintain financial compliance.
Coordinated smooth operation of monthly payroll, facilitating timely employee payments.
Prepared management accounts and budget-holder reports, identifying significant trends and variances.
Increased efficiency in accounts payable and receivable, implementing robust tracking systems.
Arranged and processed accurate and on-time Tax returns to FTA
Senior Finance & Accounts Executive
CASIO MIDDLE EAST AND AFRICA FZE
06.2019 - 06.2022
Ensure the timely preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for the company in compliance with group guiding principles.
Preparing analysis and recommendations on monthly financial figures compared to budget and against the previous year and issue reports as required by management.
Assist in budget preparation, provide analysis variance to budget/forecast, and prepare reports explaining budgets deviations
Verify, allocate, post, and reconcile transactions in accordance with accounting policies and procedures.
Assist in the annual budget process including profit and loss statements, gross margin analysis, balance sheet, and Cash Flows highlighting recommended actions.
Distribute various financial reports on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis
Analyze month-end SGA expenses as compared to budgets and expected trends.
Assist in developing Strategic Financial Planning, Annual Plan, Quarterly Plan updates.
Fixed asset ledger maintenance
Preparation of lease valuation and reconciliation as per IFRS16.
Review bank reconciliation statements weekly and identify reconciling items.
Coordinate and facilitate the timely completion of the annual statutory audit.
Evaluate and maintain the adequacy of accounting internal controls, policies, procedures, and offering improvement solutions.
Prepare quarterly tax filing and archiving of the related documents.
General Ledger Accountant
CASIO MIDDLE EAST AND AFRICA FZE
06.2016 - 03.2019
Assist in preparation of monthly accounting financial statements.
Maintain general ledger accounts and prepare journal entries
Assure that operational costs and charges are distributed accurately and according to cost centers.
Maintain accurate record of account payables and account receivables
Monthly and weekly bank reconciliation
Perform accounting analysis and reporting to support decision-making purposes.
Maintained accurate records of fixed assets, ensuring proper depreciation calculations and timely asset disposals.
General Ledger Accountant
Blue Water Investment
12.2013 - 05.2016
Preparation of monthly financial statements and certify precise and group reporting in acquiescence with group values (Profit & Loss Account, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow).
Monthly and weekly bank reconciliation.
Monthly intercompany reconciliation.
Maintain general ledger accounts and prepare journal entries for accruals and variances.
Maintain accurate record of account payables and account receivables.
Credit control and bad debt analysis.
Review all documentation for all current payments, ensuring that all documents are complete, accurate and up-to-date.
Process check and wire transfer requests for all company payments and expenses.
Fixed asset ledger maintenance and monthly posting of depreciation & amortization.
Assist various departments in accounting issues and queries.
Support Auditor in conducting internal and external audits.
Review financial reports to identify and explain variances.
Adhere to standard accounting principles and company procedures.
Perform accounting analysis and reporting to support decision-making purposes.
Accountant
Yaounde, Cameroon PRESBOOK Plc
07.2010 - 11.2013
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Perform month-end account closing activities and reconciliations.
Maintain general ledger accounts and prepare journal entries for accruals and variances.
Generate and distribute account management reports on a monthly basis.
Perform accounting analysis for cash accruals, account payables, and account receivables
Provide appropriate accounting information to customers when needed.
Assist various departments in accounting issues and queries.
Support Auditor in conducting internal and external audits.
Perform accounting analyses and reporting to support decision-making purposes.
Prepare and obtain required approval for the payment vouchers for all current expenses incurred by the General Accounts Section.
Maintain and file all invoices and other applicable supporting documentation, i.e., purchase orders, purchase order requisitions, and evidence of receipt of goods or services, by the vendor.
Prepare and process accounts payable checks, wire transfers.
Education
Certificate Data Analytics -
Google
2023
Master of Science - Finance & Control
Swiss Management Center
Zurich, Switzerland
2016
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Buea
Buea, Cameroon
2009
Level 3 Certificate Business And Industrial Admin -
London Chamber of Commerce And Industry
London
2007
Level 3 Certificate Advanced Business Calculation -
London Chamber of Commerce And Industry
London
2007
High School Diploma - Business Studies
Regina Pacis College
Cameroon
2006
Skills
Advanced Financial planning
Data analysis
Advanced Financial Reporting
Trend forecasting
Risk management
Annual budgeting
Cash flow forecasting
Timeline
Finance Business Analyst
NASIATECH LLC
12.2023 - Current
Assistant Manager, Accounts and Finance
CASIO MIDDLE EAST AND AFRICA FZE
07.2022 - 11.2023
Senior Finance & Accounts Executive
CASIO MIDDLE EAST AND AFRICA FZE
06.2019 - 06.2022
General Ledger Accountant
CASIO MIDDLE EAST AND AFRICA FZE
06.2016 - 03.2019
General Ledger Accountant
Blue Water Investment
12.2013 - 05.2016
Accountant
Yaounde, Cameroon PRESBOOK Plc
07.2010 - 11.2013
Certificate Data Analytics -
Google
Master of Science - Finance & Control
Swiss Management Center
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Buea
Level 3 Certificate Business And Industrial Admin -
London Chamber of Commerce And Industry
Level 3 Certificate Advanced Business Calculation -
London Chamber of Commerce And Industry
High School Diploma - Business Studies
Regina Pacis College
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